Anchors Aweigh (1945)

Two sailors, one naive, the other experienced in the ways of the world, on liberty in Los Angeles, is the setting for this movie musical.

Director:

George Sidney

Writers:

Isobel Lennart (screen play), Natalie Marcin (suggested by a story by)

Stars:

Frank Sinatra, Kathryn Grayson, Gene Kelly

Won 1 Oscar. Another 4 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Frank Sinatra	...	Clarence Doolittle
Kathryn Grayson	...	Susan Abbott
Gene Kelly	...	Joseph Brady
José Iturbi	...	Himself
Dean Stockwell	...	Donald Martin
Pamela Britton	...	Girl from Brooklyn
Rags Ragland	...	Police Sergeant (as 'Rags' Ragland)
Billy Gilbert	...	Café Manager
Henry O'Neill	...	Admiral Hammond
Carlos Ramírez	...	Carlos (as Carlos Ramirez)
Edgar Kennedy	...	Police Captain
Grady Sutton	...	Bertram Kraler
Leon Ames	...	Admiral's Aide
Sharon McManus	...	Little Girl Beggar
James Flavin	...	Radio Cop

Storyline

Two sailors, one naive, the other experienced in the ways of the world, on liberty in Los Angeles, is the setting for this movie musical.

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Plot Keywords:

sailor | aunt nephew relationship | usa | admiral | pacific ocean | 

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Taglines:

On waves of song . . . laughter and romance ! Two love-lost sailors on a four-day leave of fun and frivolity !

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Genres:

Comedy | Fantasy | Musical | Romance

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Certificate:

Approved

Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English Spanish

Release Date:

13 August 1945 (Brazil)

Also Known As:

Leven anclas

Filming Locations:

Hollywood Bowl - 2301 N. Highland Avenue, Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM), Loew's

Technical Specs

Runtime:

143 min 140 min (DVD)

Sound Mix:

Mono (Western Electric Sound System)

Color:

Color (Technicolor)

Aspect Ratio:

1.37 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

Film debut of Dean Stockwell.

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Goofs

When Joe is dancing in the Olvera street sequence he grabs two candles, blows out the flames, then uses the candles as drumsticks hitting some glass balls and other items. The sound given off is of a hard object striking the balls showing that the "candles" are wooden fakes since a wax candle would make a different sound.

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Quotes

[first lines]
Admiral Hammond: On behalf of your commanding officer I'm sure I can tell Mr. Jose Iturbi that the officers and crew of ship are grateful to him for coming here, to lead our naval bands in this ceremony.
José Iturbi: Along with every other civilian, it is I who am grateful to you, and to all the men in the United States navy.

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Connections

Referenced in Toonheads: The Lost Cartoons (2000)

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Soundtracks

"(All Of A Sudden) My Heart Sings"
(1944) (uncredited)
Music by Laurent Herpin
Lyrics by Harold Rome
Copyright 1941, 1943, 1944 by Leeds Music Corporation
Sung by Kathryn Grayson

User Reviews

One of the best examples of dance ever...

The only reason I give this movie 8/10 stars, and not 10, is because 1) Sinatra is awful and 2) the love interest of Kelly's character leaves much to be desired, (IMHO). Do love that Dean Stockwell, Quantum Leap - Al, is the little boy. The dance sequence with Jerry Mouse is one of the most entertaining and amazing dance sequences I have ever seen. Tom and Jerry is still a personal favorite of mine and my daughter's. I'm 28 and she's 4, so while the character is less iconic than Mickey, he is still a favorite of many children and adults today. Kelly is as always captivating, his eyes full of fun and excitement. In every movie I have ever seen him in, he always steals the show. One of the best dancers of the 20th century. It is no wonder Paula Abdul "sampled" Kelly's moves. I would also list Gene Kelly as one of the most beautiful people of the 20th century. If you were to watch only one part, don't miss Kelly's dance with Jerry Mouse. You will NOT be disappointed.